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conference

noun
ˈkɒn.fər.əns

Meaning

A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.
A formal meeting for discussion, especially one that takes place regularly.
A formal meeting for discussion, especially about a particular subject.

Example Sentences

The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.

The climate conference reached a historic decision.

She is attending an international business conference.

Example Expressions

press conference

Synonyms

meeting, symposium, summit, convention, seminar
Entry 1
meeting, symposium
Entry 2
meeting, summit
Entry 3
meeting, convention, seminar, summit, symposium

Antonyms

isolation, disconnection, solitude, casual talk, silence
Entry 1
isolation, disconnection
Entry 2
isolation, solitude
Entry 3
casual talk, silence

Collocations

business conference, international conference, annual conference, conference hall

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